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Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Bedworth

CostFREE
Duration11 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Bedworth. Classes run at Brighter Futures Bedworth Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers careers in sport and active leisure, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. You'll study for around 11 months and apply your learning in real work contexts. To join, you'll need GCSE grade 4 or above, or Functional Skills Level 2, in both Maths and English.

You'll finish with a Pearson BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development.

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development focuses primarily on progressing to employment as an assistant coach. It is intended for post-16 students who want to progress directly to employment, including self-employment, in sports coaching and development roles. It is also suitable for those wishing to progress to higher education, where students have the added advantage of using the qualification to help them obtain part-time employment while studying.

Entry requirements

For the BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development programme, all students registered on this programme should have accredited prior learning in both Maths and English (previously achieved a GCSE grade 4 or above or Functional Skill Level 2 in both). The Foundation Diploma has an additional 180 GLH required to complete the qualification, so students who don’t have to resit Maths and English qualifications additionally would therefore have the time and ability to manage.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore careers in the sport and active leisure industry.
  • You'll develop practical coaching skills for working with individuals and groups.
  • You'll study health, wellbeing, and their role in sport.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll build employability skills, including CV writing and interview technique.
  • You'll gain experience applying your skills in real work settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical coaching activities. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and portfolio work rather than written exams. You'll also take part in work experience to apply your skills in a real coaching environment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Bedworth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for a club or leisure centre.
  • Assistant sports coach, supports lead coaches in training and development programmes.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation in local communities.
  • Leisure centre instructor, leads fitness and sport activities for members.
  • School sports coach, delivers physical activity sessions in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before university.
  • Higher National Certificate or Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science, for those aiming for graduate-level roles or specialist coaching careers.
  • Coaching licences with national governing bodies, such as FA or UK Athletics, to qualify in a specific sport.
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